2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 64 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Prizm | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |